Sr. Scientist I

Job Type Full-time

Position Summary

This position is involved in the initiation, strategic design, implementation, and execution of antibody-based drug discovery projects in autoimmunity and inflammation. This includes applying advanced scientific principles and concepts in immunology and inflammation to creatively and effectively solve difficult problems and achieve project-related company objectives. The position may identify and develop research opportunities in new areas.

Essential Functions

Uses advanced scientific concepts to support projects, solve a wide range of difficult problems using effective and creative approaches to achieve corporate objectives

Effectively designs key experiments to support existing projects and new scientific areas and technologies; analyze and interpret data and prepare associated documentation to support project objectives

Initiates and/or co-lead Discovery Projects, including designing and executing key strategies, methodologies or approaches and experiments to further project objectives

Works effectively as a member of multi-disciplinary, cross-functional teams to accomplish project goals

Contributes to reagent production and validation and the establishment of antibody screening assays to enable the initiation of antibody discovery to new targets

Participates in the effective mentoring, supervision, and professional development of junior laboratory staff; oversee/troubleshoot experimental design of supervised laboratory staff

Presents research findings clearly and effectively at internal and external meetings

Prepares internal technical reports and summaries, contribute written documents for patent applications and manuscripts

Maintains broad scientific and technical knowledge within their discipline, and in-depth knowledge relevant to specific drug discovery projects, including state-of-the art principles and theories, new methods and technologies, using the scientific literature to enhance the design and execution of their work Requirements

Education & Experience:

PhD in Immunology, Cell Biology, Biomedical Sciences or related field

2 years' productive experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry in biologics drug discovery; minimum of

2-4 years' productive postdoctoral experience in an industry or academic laboratory

Demonstrated success in contributing to biologics drug discovery projects, independent and innovative scientific thinking and experimental design/approaches

Demonstrated success in designing, analyzing and interpreting results from key experiments, coordinating efforts to achieve project goals

Current working knowledge of cellular and molecular immunology, cell biology, or related discipline, with an applied understanding of antibodies and antibody generation, biologics drug discovery research and disease target evaluation

Practical state-of-the-art knowledge in the design and implementation of flow cytometry-based multi-color analyses, screening and sorting; practical knowledge of mammalian cell culture, including state-of-the-art cell biology techniques, including cellular signaling and ELISA assays

Demonstrated success in project leadership, independent and innovative scientific thinking and experimental design/approaches

Strong record of scientific creativity and independence, including a strong scientific publication and external presentation record in accord with years of experience

Competencies:

Effective communication skills, including the ability to independently write study reports and scientific manuscripts for publication, and the ability to make clear oral presentations to project teams and the executive team

Ability to multitask, prioritize, and function in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment

Ability to organize work load and activities to achieve corporate and team goals

Motivated team player, collaborates with colleagues within and outside of Department, intensely committed to success and getting the job done well in a highly dynamic environment

Commitment to high scientific standards and rigorous experimental methods, with strong analytical and problem solving skills

Self-motivated and strong work ethic, independent, and results-oriented

Ability to work independently while also willing to take feedback

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus in order to read.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job, typically in an open office environment and laboratory. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This position requires working with biological and/or chemical hazards

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status. Salary Description $108k-$139k, 12% bonus, 10% 401k, options & RSU

Permanent